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State, employers explore new paths to get Missourians back to work As Missouri climbs out of the major unemployment spike created by the COVID-19 pandemic, the state and some of its major employers are looking at how best to engage with a shifting workforce. by Ryan Pivoney Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

Average salaries increase in Missouri Average salaries for Missouri workers rose nearly 7 percent statewide between 2019-20 to just over $54,000 a year, a report from the state's Economic Research and Information Center shows. by Eli Hoff, [email protected] Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

State IT employee is award-winning problem-solver JoAnn Harbison likes to solve problems, particularly when she can use technology to do so to help everyday people. by Ryan Pivoney Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

Simonsen building construction delayed as owners await historic designation Although the process is taking longer than originally expected, the former Simonsen 9th Grade Center in Jefferson City is one step closer to being turned into an apartment building. by Layne Stracener Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

Intersection improvements continue on US 63 in Boone County As a Missouri Department of Transportation project aimed at reducing the number of crashes along U.S. 63 in Boone County continues, contractors have begun working on another intersection in the area. Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

BizBeat: Mimics JC seeks to create safe space for gamers A new gaming venue in Jefferson City is hoping to create a safe, comfortable space for all local gamers to enjoy. by Madeleine Leroux Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

Kids Fishing Derby returns to Binder Lake Families spent an hour fishing Saturday morning at Binder Lake with children competing for the smallest, largest and most fish in their age categories. by Layne Stracener Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

200 years of Missouri veterans featured in new Jeremy Amick book As part of Missouri's bicentennial celebration, the latest book by local author Jeremy Amick features the stories of veterans from throughout the state, ranging from the Civil War to more recent conflicts. by Jeff Haldiman Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

Eugene man collects clues, cultivates history for 1931 Speedster Wes Scott, of Eugene, has been restoring cars since age 16 — and doesn't plan on stopping anytime soon. by India Garrish Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:05pm

DNR director remembered for passion, perseverance Leaders in Missouri and beyond are honoring the legacy of Carol Comer, director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources since 2017 who died Wednesday. by Jonathan Jain, [email protected] Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:00pm

One hurt, charged after Callaway County wreck One person was hurt Saturday in an accident in Callaway County. by News Tribune Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 11:00pm

Historic Standish Home sees new life Shortly after closing on their historic home, Levi and Amanda Burke Williams found out they were expecting their first daughter. by Michael Shine Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 10:35pm

Property owners offer glimpse into work being done to restore historic Capitol Avenue homes Progress is slow on redeveloping the area around Capitol Avenue, but the revitalization of the Capital City's historic corridor is starting to show the results of some much needed love. by Michael Shine Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 10:35pm

City offers some lenience for temporary signs While the Jefferson City Council chose not to extend its emergency declarations related to the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses still have options if they want to keep up COVID-19-related signs. by Michael Shine Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 12:40am

Veterans, community to celebrate Old Glory American Legion Post 5 in Jefferson City, in conjunction with the Veterans of Foreign Wars, will hold its annual Flag Retirement Ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Monday to commemorate Flag Day. by News Tribune Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 12:00am

JC School Board to review telework, sick leave policies The Jefferson City School District Board of Education will vote Monday on whether to approve policy changes, bids for several projects and the final budget for the 2021-22 school year. by Layne Stracener Published Jun. 12 2021 @ 12:00am

MoDOT releases details on Deer Creek Bridge improvement project in Osage County Information is now available regarding the deck replacement on the Missouri 100 bridge over Deer Creek in Osage County, located west of Chamois. by News Tribune Published Jun. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

State AG: I can't enforce governor's Sunshine Laws Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt has determined his office cannot investigate an alleged violation of the state's open records laws by the Governor's Office, an interpretation of state law that has transparency advocates alarmed. by Tessa Weinberg, The Missouri Independent Published Jun. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

Probation ordered in shots fired at funeral fight case A Jefferson City man has been placed on two years of unsupervised probation for a misdemeanor charge of unlawful use of a weapon for firing a handgun into the air to try to break up a fight at the funeral of a friend who was the victim of a homicide in Jefferson City. by News Tribune Published Jun. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

New comprehensive plan headed to Jefferson City Council Jefferson City officially has a new comprehensive plan, designed to help guide decision-making over the next 20 years. by Michael Shine Published Jun. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

Tipton man arrested for illegal drugs A Tipton man was arrested after an investigation by the Moniteau County Sheriff's Department for illegal drugs. by News Tribune Published Jun. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

'Jack of all trades' doctor killed near Stringtown in 1881 The early history of communities such as Stringtown and Lohman is filled with fascinating stories. Some include morsels of intrigue that appear to have been sensationalized during retellings. by Jeremy P. Amick, [email protected] Published Jun. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm

United Way, partners to provide summer lunches for children The United Way of Central Missouri and Scholastic Inc. are stepping in again to deliver lunches to children while schools are out for the summer. by Joe Gamm Published Jun. 11 2021 @ 11:05pm